'The Mile of the Century' - This DiSH for Aug. 7

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In 1954, Roger Bannister and John Landy ran against each other in the 'Mile of the Century.'

In 2016, golfer Jim Furyk shot the lowest round of golf.

In 2011, caddy Steve Williams was on the bag for Adam Scott's win at the Bridgestone Invitational and called it the best win he'd ever been associated with. He had been on the bag for most of Tiger's golf major wins.

In 1956, Boston Red Sox outfielder Ted Willams was booed by Boston fans.

In 1928, Olympic rower Bobby Pearce paused to allow a family of ducks to pass during his race.

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